Student Forest Technician

Job Opportunity: Student Forest Technician Employee type: Seasonal Location: Prince George, Salmon Arm, Kamloops, 100 Mile House, Nelson, BC Compensation: $23-25/hour WHO WE ARE At Forsite, we believe in flexibility, collaboration, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We don’t just work together – we support, challenge, and grow together. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential. Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry, technology, analytics, strategic planning, resource and land management/stewardship and professional forestry. We are a company that is committed to innovation and is constantly growing with clients across North America and abroad in multiple sectors. We are looking for candidates interested in a challenging entry level Forest Technician position. Four- or eight-month terms are available in 2026. WHAT YOU WILL DO Student forestry staff will be responsible for providing technical support to project teams in all aspects of timber development and silviculture operations. Multiphase timber development includes timber reconnaissance, field engineering, riparian and ecological assessments, timber cruising, and GPS traversing. Silviculture services include surveys, prescription development, planting supervision, and silviculture management. WHAT YOU WILL NEED Forsite welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is looking for the right person to join our team. If you don’t meet every requirement but bring relevant skills, experience and a great attitude, we encourage you to apply! Must have: A professional, friendly and courteous manner, being service & team oriented. Self-direction, flexibility and the ability to work under limited direct supervision. A safety conscious attitude. A passion for forestry and working outdoors as this is field job. Preference given to candidates with a valid driver’s license with a clean abstract. WHAT WE PROVIDE We offer a flexible and rewarding work environment, including: Competitive wages Work-life flexibility Comprehensive benefits package Professional development support Company matched pension program If you have not already done so, please go to http://www.forsite.ca and view Forsite’s Student Recruiting video. If you want to hear what other employees are saying, we encourage you to look at our staff videos on our website at forsite.ca/careers. Apply to be a Student Forest Technician here: https://forsite.bamboohr.com/careers For any inquiries, please contact HR: [email protected] Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forsite, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2+individuals, and veterans. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know – we are happy to support you. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Student forestry staff will provide technical support to project teams in timber development and silviculture operations. Responsibilities include timber reconnaissance, field engineering, ecological assessments, and silviculture management.

Candidates should possess a professional and courteous manner, be service-oriented, and have a passion for forestry. A valid driver's license is preferred, and self-direction and flexibility are essential.

• Competitive Wages • Work-Life Flexibility • Comprehensive Benefits Package • Professional Development Support • Company Matched Pension Program

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• Technical Support
• Timber Development
• Silviculture Operations
• Field Engineering
• Ecological Assessments
• Timber Cruising
• GPS Traversing
• Prescription Development
• Planting Supervision
• Safety Consciousness
• Team Orientation
• Self-Direction
• Flexibility
• Passion for Forestry
• Outdoor Work

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Agriculture
• Science & Research

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week